2010 Chrysler Town & Country Owner Manual - Page 307

306 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Defrost Mode Air is directed through the windshield and side • If the RECIRCULATION button is pressed when the window demist outlets. Use DEFROST mode with system is in MIX, DEFROST, or FLOOR mode the maximum blower and temperature settings for best RECIRCULATION LED indicator will flash 3 times to windshield and side window defrosting. indicate RECIRCULATION mode is not allowed. NOTE: The air conditioning compressor operates in • Continuous use of the RECIRCULATION mode may make the inside air stuffy and window fogging may MIX and DEFROST, or a blend of these modes even if the occur. Extended use of this mode is not recommended. A/C button is not pressed. This dehumidifies the air to help dry the windshield. To improve fuel economy, use • In cold or damp weather, the use of the RECIRCULAthese modes only when necessary. TION mode will cause windows to fog on the inside Recirculation Control because of moisture buildup inside the vehicle. For Press this button to choose between outside air maximum defogging, select the outside air position. intake or recirculation of the air inside the • In order to prevent fogging, when the RECIRCULAvehicle. A lamp will illuminate when you are in TION button is pressed and the mode control is set to RECIRCULATION mode. Only use the RECIRPANEL, the A/C will engage automatically. CULATION mode to temporarily block out any outside odors, smoke, or dust, and to cool the interior rapidly • The A/C can be deselected manually without disturbing the mode control selection. upon initial start-up in very hot or humid weather.